Jaws@50 : A Conversation with Wendy Benchley
Jul
12
7:30 PM19:30

Jaws@50 : A Conversation with Wendy Benchley

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws as The UNITED, in partnership with Living Sharks Museum and Mystic Aquarium, present an evening of conversation with Wendy Benchley on the legacy of the iconic film and her work as a global voice for protecting sharks. Guests of the conversation are invited to stay for a FREE screening of the new National Geographic documentary Jaws @ 50 directly following the talk.

To Register: Tickets for Jaws@50

ABOUT THE FILM

Jaws @ 50 presented by National Geographic is the creative journey behind “Jaws,” the iconic 1975 Spielberg film based on Peter Benchley’s novel. With archival resources, it chronicles the film’s production, Benchley’s writing, and the subsequent rise of shark obsession among audiences.

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Shark History & Shark Future
Aug
6
6:00 PM18:00

Shark History & Shark Future

Learn how fear turned to fascination in the wake of Jaws, and what it means for the survival of the ocean’s most iconic predator: the shark. Presented by the Shark Historian and Curator of Living Sharks Museum, Keith Cowley. This event will take place at the La Grua Center, 35 Water St. Stonington, CT.

Living Sharks Museum is America’s First Shark History Museum, located in downtown Westerly, RI. For more information, follow FB & IG @livingsharksmuseum or visit livingsharks.org

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Feb
26
10:00 AM10:00

Water Works STEM Carnival

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Grab your family and join us for a morning filled with fun, hands-on, STEM activities that are sure to excite kids of all ages!

STEM Carnival, Water Works, on Saturday, February 26th. From 10AM – Noon, families will have the opportunity to participate in over 16 hands-on STEM activities, raffles, prizes, and a photo booth.

These STEM activities will include Marshmallow Engineering Challenge, Take Home Bird feeders, Learn How to Cast with a fishing pole, Salt Dough Ocean Animals, Take Home Ocean Puppets, Build ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles), Recycle Regatta participation, and Learn How to Tie Sailing Knots.

Local community groups also participating include:
– Living Sharks Museum
– Marine Science Club at Connecticut College
– Mentoring Corps for Community Development
– Mystic Seaport Museum
– New London Youth Affairs
– Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
– US Coast Guard Academy
– Yellow Farmhouse Education Center

B.P. LEARNED MISSION BUILDING @ 40 SHAW ST, NEW LONDON, CT

Hosted by New London Recreation, and New England Science & Sailing (NESS)

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Feb
23
5:00 PM17:00

Workshop: Paint Your Own Museum Quality Replica Megalodon Tooth!

Join our Curator for a lesson in shark dental anatomy while learning how to paint a professional prehistoric tooth model to take home! $45, 2 Hours, limit 10 attendees, (recommended for Grade 6 thru Adult) benefits Living Sharks Museum. Feb 23, 2022 5-7PM

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Nov
18
5:00 PM17:00

Gallery Opening featuring Wayne Davis

First Gallery Opening
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 18th, 2021

WAYNE DAVIS
Shark Spotter Pilot/Photographer
OCEAN AERIALS
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Join us for our first art opening in the new museum gallery featuring the aerial photography of Wayne Davis, Shark Spotter Pilot and Photographer at Ocean Aerials and Atlantic White Shark Conservancy! Enjoy lite refreshments and a meet & greet: 5-7PM. The installation will be up for the season.

Living Sharks Museum | 47 High Street - Westerly, RI

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May
12
7:00 PM19:00

Blue Water White Death - 50th Anniversary Virtual Reunion

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Join us for the 50th Anniversary Virtual Reunion of the original cast and crew of the documentary “Blue Water, White Death” (1971), the incredible six-month, 12,000-mile expedition to capture the first underwater video footage of White Sharks!

Hosted by: Keith Cowley, Curator of Living Sharks Museum

Further Details & Link to be announced!

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May
1
7:00 PM19:00

JAWS at the Drive-In with Living Sharks Museum

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JAWS at the MISQUAMICUT DRIVE-IN

with LIVING SHARKS MUSEUM
Saturday May 1, 2021 | 7-9PM

Join us for an educational pre-show event for this season's first showing of the classic JAWS!

Learn the real Shark Facts with Living Sharks Museum's Curator Keith Cowley! Take your photo in our Jaws-themed photobooth! For preservation of artifacts, weather may affect our attendance. 
Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie begins at 9PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

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Apr
20
11:00 AM11:00

Living Sharks Museum Presentation at Mystic Aquarium

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APRIL VACATION:

LIVING SHARKS MUSEUM Community Partner Tabletop Presentation at MYSTIC AQUARIUM!


Tuesday April 20, 2021 | 11-3PM

Curator and Educator Keith Cowley will present artifacts and live demonstrations about Shark Tagging: the history, science, technology and techniques used by research organizations! 

Learn more at: mysticaquarium.org

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Mar
18
11:00 AM11:00

In the Fighting Chair with Jim Beller - JAWSCollector.com!

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with special guest Jim Beller - JAWSCollector.com and co-creator of Jaws Memories from Martha’s Vineyard!

Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley - join us on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Thursday 3/18 11AM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!
Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB TW IG @livingsharksmuseum

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Feb
25
4:00 PM16:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Robert & Patricia Heyer, Authors of Shark Attacks on the Jersey Shore

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with special guests Robert & Patricia Heyer, authors of Shark Attacks of the Jersey Shore - A History!

Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley - join us on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Thursday 2/25 4PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!

Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharksmuseum

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Aug
23
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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Aug
22
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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Jul
30
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum at Virtual SharkCon

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SharkCon brings the sharks inside your home this year with our VirtualCon. 7 nights 2 Live interactive presentations per night with your favorite stars of the shark world. Ask the experts your questions live.

Join Living Sharks Museum Curator Keith Cowley for a live talk “The Jaws Effect: How Shark History Threatens Shark Future”

Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/3108002245912281/

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Jul
21
3:00 PM15:00

Prehistoric Sharks talk at Virtual Marine Science Summer Camp

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Have you signed your kids up for Jacksonville University​’s Marine Science Virtual Summer Camp? Our Curator Keith M. Cowley​ will be teaching about Prehistoric Sharks and the Living Sharks Museum story Tuesday 7/21 at 3PM EDT! Visit https://www.ju.edu/msri/education/virtual-summer-camp.php to find out more about this fun educational series! | A Marine Science Research Institute Virtual Summer Camp

The Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) Virtual Summer Camp at Jacksonville University is for students ages 8-18. This camp will make marine sciences inclusive and accessible to youth from around the globe to foster curiosity, encourage learning, understand pathways to careers in marine science, and understand the current work being done to conserve our blue planet by participating organizations. Supporting students from all walks of life, this virtual camp will feature 5 days of collaborative hosted content, providing a holistic view of marine sciences and potential career paths in STEM fields.

Camp is July 20th - 24th sign up for the week or join Keith Cowley of Living Sharks Museum on Tuesday July 21 at 3PM to learn about Prehistoric Sharks!

Register for FREE 👉🏼https://bit.ly/2ZIbSgp

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Jul
11
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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Jul
10
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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Jul
9
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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Jun
19
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Joe Alves & Dennis Prince - Designing JAWS!

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with special guests Joe Alves, Production Designer of JAWS, joined by Dennis Prince, Author of Joe’s new book Designing Jaws!

Hosted by our Curator @keithcowley - join us on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Friday 6/19 1PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!
Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharksmuseum

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May
29
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Capt Peter Hammarstedt, Sea Shepherd

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with special guest Peter Hammarstedt, Captain of the M/Y Bob Barker and Sea Shepherd Director of Campaigns! Learn more at livingsharks.org

Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, join is on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Friday 5/29 1PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!


Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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May
15
7:00 PM19:00

Living Sharks Museum Pop-Up Exhibition at JAWS Drive-In!

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Join us for the classic Jaws!

Gates open at 6:30 PM. Movie time is 9 PM. $15 per carload. Concession stand on site with popcorn and hot dogs and candy.

Living Sharks Museum display showcasing shark history and conservation with Curator & Shark Educator Keith M. Cowley! Jaws-themed photobooth fun! Learn more about Living Sharks Museum at livingsharks.org

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May
15
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Wendy Benchley, Shark Conservationist!

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with special guest Wendy Benchley, Shark Conservationist and Marine Policy Advocate! Learn more at livingsharks.org

Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, join is on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Friday 5/15 1PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!


Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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May
1
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Jon Dodd, Atlantic Shark Institute

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with this week’s guest Jon Dodd, Executive Director of RI-based shark research organization Atlantic Shark Institute!
Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, join is on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Friday 5/1 1PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!

We're excited to announce new LIVE installments of our educational interview series "In the Fighting Chair", where guests share their experiences and stories about sharks, shark history, and shark future from a respectful unbiased platform, repurposing the fighting chair for shark science and conservation.

Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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Apr
24
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Steve Alten, Author of MEG

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Our LIVE interview series “In the Fighting Chair” returns with this week’s guest Steve Alten, New York Times and International Bestselling Author of the MEG series! We’ll be chatting about his latest projects and reliving our favorite MEG moments!

Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, join is on Living Sharks Museum Facebook Live, Friday 4/24 1PM EDT!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!

We're excited to announce new LIVE installments of our educational interview series "In the Fighting Chair", where guests share their experiences and stories about sharks, shark history, and shark future from a respectful unbiased platform, repurposing the fighting chair for shark science and conservation.

Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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Apr
10
6:00 PM18:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Carl Gottlieb, Screenwriter of JAWS

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“In the Fighting Chair” returns with Carl Gottlieb, screenwriter of the blockbuster film JAWS and author of The Jaws Log! Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, see it on Living Sharks Museum’s Facebook Live!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!

We're excited to announce new LIVE installments of our educational interview series "In the Fighting Chair", where guests share their experiences and stories about sharks, shark history, and shark future from a respectful unbiased platform, repurposing the fighting chair for shark science and conservation.

Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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Apr
6
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Dr. Greg Skomal, Shark Biologist

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“In the Fighting Chair” returns with Dr. Greg Skomal, renowned Shark Biologist for Massachusetts Marine Fisheries and Atlantic White Shark Conservancy! Hosted by our Curator Keith Cowley, see it on Living Sharks Museum’s Facebook Live!

Send us your questions and listen for the answers during the Q&A!

We're excited to announce new LIVE installments of our educational interview series "In the Fighting Chair", where guests share their experiences and stories about sharks, shark history, and shark future from a respectful unbiased platform, repurposing the fighting chair for shark science and conservation.

Follow all our social media to join us in all our live events: FB | TW | IG @livingsharks

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Apr
3
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with William McKeever, Author of Emperors of the Deep

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Join us on Facebook Live for the next installment of “In the Fighting Chair” a long anticipated Living Sharks Museum interview series with our Curator Keith Cowley. Our first interview is with shark conservationist William McKeever, author of Emperors of the Deep! Friday April 3rd at 1PM!

Send us your questions about sharks and the museum project, and listen for the answers on Monday!
kcowley@livingsharks.org

Be sure to follow: INSTAGRAM & FACEBOOK @livingsharks

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Mar
30
1:00 PM13:00

In the Fighting Chair - with Shark Spotter Pilot Wayne Davis

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Join us on Facebook Live for our first installment of “In the Fighting Chair” a long anticipated Living Sharks Museum interview series with our Curator Keith Cowley. Our first interview is with shark spotter pilot and aerial photographer Wayne Davis for Atlantic White Shark Conservancy and Ocean Aerials! Monday March 30th at 1PM!

Send us your questions about sharks and the museum project, and listen for the answers on Monday!
kcowley@livingsharks.org

Be sure to follow: INSTAGRAM & FACEBOOK @livingsharks

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